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We gathered to celebrate the church year ahead in the waning days of summer (autumn begins on September 22). Each brought a small sample of water to represent the last 12 weeks. We then reflected together on our September theme: hospitality.
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Railcar magnate George Pullman was a Universalist, born and bred. He had a certain recognizable Universalist idealism – but it went horribly, instructively, awry. As a result, we have Labor Day.
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Member Louise Alcorn will discuss growing up Unitarian Universalist, the confusion and freedoms that brought, and how she "cherry-picked" her way to now.
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It’s often at life’s extremes of joy and pain that we become most in tune with our spirituality or at least experience a strengthened drive to seek meaning. Sarah will reflect on this and how her beliefs have helped her weather the storms of life and find hope.
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Al Powers’ story of his journey to becoming a UU and Humanist, and his reflections on what Humanism means to him today
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Bill Brauch’s reflection on the pathway of his own free and responsible search for truth and meaning.
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In a world where spirituality and self-identity often find themselves at odds, queer individuals have faced the challenge of balancing their faith and self-identity. Today's speaker, our very own Faith Formation and Congregational Life Coordinator, Faithyna Leonard, will discuss her path navigating her spiritual journey while learning to be true to herself. As she shares her story, we will gain insights into the struggles and triumphs of remaining faithful to her spiritual beliefs while also remaining true to herself.
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Join Elliott Nolte for an exploration of developing a personal prayer practice based on attentiveness to story and spirit.
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What does it mean to weave a spiritual life? What are the strands would you call your own? Join member Sally Boeckholt for an exploration of four aspects of life that have come together to build a personal theology about possibility and change.
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In this presentation, Amy Landrigan, Vice President of Strategy & Venture for Central Iowa Shelter and Services, will explore the comprehensive range of services provided by the organization. Learn how these initiatives work together to not only address immediate needs but also empower individuals to move from merely surviving to truly thriving. Discover the impactful ways in which CISS supports our community members on their journey to a better life.
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The picture is called "Enso." This image has been associated with the Zen tradition and represents what can be described as "the mind before thought," "the awareness that exists behind thought," or, in my particular case, "the secret in our hearts."
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with Rev. LoraKim Joyner
Today, we will briefly review the scientific and cultural aspects of how people relate and respond to nature, and specifically to birds. Being intentionally mindful of birds reaps benefits not just for humans but for the birds themselves. As people come to understand and connect to birds, they increase their resilience and health by being with birds and, in so doing, increase their capacity to care for themselves and others. The mindful practice of birds can take only minutes a day but conversely also involves a lifetime of commitment, exploration, and wonder. Rev. Joyner will share how her lifetime working with birds has changed her and others with whom she works.Support the show
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with Rev. Meredith Garmon
Shunryu Suzuki said, "You are perfect just as you are, and you could use a little improvement." Or, we might say, "...and you're still growing." So how should a perfect person live?Support the show
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with Rev. Meredith Garmon
We’re an LGBTQ welcoming congregation because it’s the right thing to do, because it’s what justice requires, but also out of sheer gratitude for what diversity of attraction and of identity teaches all of us about ourselves.Support the show
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with Meredith Garmon
"Hope is not a plan" (attributed to Anderson Cooper, Harrison Jones, and others), the saying goes. Without hope, however, we may not make and carry out plans. Active hope, as opposed to passive hope, can have a positive function.Support the show
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with Rev. Meredith Garmon
How about a celebration of the flowering of truth? We'll have our flower communion and acknowledge the Buddhist holiday, Vesak.Support the show
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with Rev. Meredith Garmon
Reflections on the courage to choose change, and to face the changes we don't choose. Changing means the death of the person that you used to be, so facing ultimate bodily death is integral to facing change (chosen and not).
Note: We experienced an audio cut-off after the interlude, which may affect the sound quality. We apologize for the technical error.Support the show
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with Birch Cue
What gifts can give us the courage to embrace a life full of changes? Please join Birch Cue, our Faith Formation and Congregational Life Coordinator, as we explore the sometimes frightening transitions of life.Support the show
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with Rev. Meredith Garmon
We are built, it seems, to be creatures of both aspiration and fear.Support the show
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with Rev. Meredith Garmon
Freedom is ever the half-won blessing. We have overcome some constraints – but "chains still there are to break."Support the show
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